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as in money
slang
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
I'll buy that tomorrow, when I get some bread
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as in food
substances intended to be eaten
supplied his charges with bread and a place to stay
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Recent Examples of bread
So, choosing among bread varieties depends heavily on your nutrient goals.
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Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2026
Any type of whole wheat bread can be used.
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Linda Gassenheimer,
Boston Herald,
24 June 2026
Whole-grain bread provides fiber, nut butter contains unsaturated fats, and bananas add potassium.
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Lindsey Desoto,
Health,
23 June 2026
The company got its start in 1906 when Joseph and Dora Schwebel began baking bread in their kitchen and selling the loaves door to door in their Youngstown neighborhood.
—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for bread
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2026
Any type of whole wheat bread can be used.
—
Linda Gassenheimer,
Boston Herald,
24 June 2026
Whole-grain bread provides fiber, nut butter contains unsaturated fats, and bananas add potassium.
—
Lindsey Desoto,
Health,
23 June 2026
The company got its start in 1906 when Joseph and Dora Schwebel began baking bread in their kitchen and selling the loaves door to door in their Youngstown neighborhood.
—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for bread
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bread
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For the superstar whose private jet is tracked, whose every appearance is documented and whose movements become global headlines within minutes, an arena transformed into a private world may be the closest thing to privacy that money can buy.
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Multiple network insiders said Tuesday afternoon that no clear front-runner has emerged for James, but that money will not drive the decision.
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The organization warned that as search-and-rescue teams begin to scale back operations, humanitarian needs—particularly food, medical care and protection services—could intensify rather than diminish.
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Intestinal infections, which caused severe diarrhea and dehydration, were common in 1776 because of poor sanitation and contaminated food and water, especially in military camps, per NIH and NLM.
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One of several bags of cash found inside the home of Mario Rocha during an FBI search of his residence in August 2025, as seen in a photograph contained in a court document.
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But SpaceX is burning cash on its AI businesses, and investors are making a bet that the company will be able to reach profitability in the future.
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Legislative expert and law professor Chris Micheli said lawmakers frequently include controversial provisions in bills during the early stages of the legislative process.
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The bill includes nearly 50 provisions, including the prohibition on investor purchase of single-family homes, which is intended to help increase the housing supply for individual buyers.
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That’s not to mention an upcoming summer of local and national festivities that promises fireworks, parades, bands, speeches, prizes, and commemorative everything, from postage stamps and coins to musical compositions.
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Now, the new Heritage Coin collection takes the original coin watch to all new heights – but exclusive ones.
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Mojo is built on a combination of garlic and citrus, creating a bright, punchy sauce and marinade that infuses and flavors grilled meats, seafood and vegetables.
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For meat eaters, chicken or turkey sausages are also great lean protein options.
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Caramel swirl, mint chip, or cookie dough all make indulgent fillings that work well with the chocolate ganache and Oreo cookie crust.
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Sprinkle 5 tablespoons ice water over mixture and continue using folding motion to combine until small portion of dough holds together when squeezed in palm of your hand, adding up to 2 tablespoons remaining ice water if necessary.
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In his apartment officers found black and gray clothing Fleming wore during the robberies as well as a black duffel bag, a gun belt with a holster, a large sum of cash still wrapped in bank currency bands, and multiple guns.
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Even before the war started, Iran’s economy was in dismal shape with the crash of the currency and soaring inflation.
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“Bread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bread. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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